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Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the frequency of episiotomy and its early complications in natural vaginal delivery in the maternity ward of Ali Ibn Abitaleb (AS) Hospital in Zahedan from 2014 - 2016. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, which was conducted in 2017, the archives of women who gave birth between 2014 - 2016 were reviewed. Data were collected using information forms and analyzed by SPSS software. Results: Of 418 women were reviewed, the episiotomy rate was 54.5%; there was a significant association between parity and mother age with episiotomy rate. Moreover, 24-hour pain frequency, perineal rupture rate, hematoma rate was significantly higher in the episiotomy group. First- and fifth-minute Apgar of the neonates in the episiotomy group was significantly lower. Conclusions: In overall, the episiotomy rate was 54.5%, and there was a significant association between parity and mother age with episiotomy rate.

Background: Enuresis is one of the most common problems in children with physical and psychological complications that can disturb their social relationships. The main objective of this study is to evaluate the relationship between enuresis and its associated etiologies in children aged 5 to 15 years in Zahedan. The study further contributes to an early realization of the parents of children with enuresis-associated problems. Methods: Following a descriptive design, 200 children (5 to 15 years old) suffering from enuresis referred to nephrology and psychiatric clinics in Zahedan in 2019 were recruited. Data were analyzed using SPSS software. Results: Of 200 children with enuresis, 134 (67%) were girls, and 66 (33%) were boys. Also, 174 (87%) were aged 5 - 10 years, and only 26 (13%) were 10 to 15 years old. Birth weight of 172 (86%) children was 2500 - 4000 g, 20 (10%) were < 2500g, and only 8 (4%) were > 4000 g. Fecal incontinence was observed in 99 cases (49%), and 101 (51%) did not have fecal incontinence. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was found in 80 (40%) cases. For 144 (72%) children, we found no stress, and 56 children (28%) had stress. Urinary tract infection was observed in 142 children (71%). According to imaging studies, 34 children (17%) with enuresis had congenital kidney abnormalities and 166 (83%) had no kidney problems. Conclusions: The significant etiologies typically found in the onset of enuresis and its exacerbation can be controlled or treated. Since the complications of enuresis have not been properly clarified for families, it is of crucial importance to increase awareness about this health problem.

Congenital pericardial cysts are rare anomalies caused by the failure of fetal lacunae to coalesce into pericardial coelom. In this article a 9-year-old boy admitted with complain of palpitation in daily activities. The electrocardiography detected sinus tachycardia of 150 beats per minute with normal axis. Although chest X ray were normal, echocardiography showed an abnormal mass that compressed the posterior wall of left ventricle. The mass was extrinsic and confined to the pericardium. After midsternotomy, a huge cyst was found and totally excised. The complications of pericardial cyst can be significant, and the diagnosis relies on a careful examination and radiographic findings.

Sharp-object penetration into the chest is rare and may lead to life-threatening complications, hence the significance of early detection and removal. We present an uncommon case of the accidental penetration of a sewing needle into the chest of a 5-year-old girl, with the needle traveling from the entrance site to the right ventricle through the lung tissue. Due to the possibility of cardiovascular accidents, the patient was transferred to a special ward. For positioning and correct actions, TTE and CT scan of the chest with and without contrast were performed and the presence of a tangential needle with the right ventricular wall and inside the pericardium was reported. The patient was taken to the operating room, and after exploring, a 2 cm needle was inserted into the right ventricle and removed. The patient was discharged after 5 days.

Introduction: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been identified as an emerging disease in 2019. Complications of the disease remain unknown, and extensive research has been conducted to investigate it. Due to the way the disease is transmitted through ACE2, the virus affects many organs. So far, no cases of hepatic encephalopathy following the virus have been reported. Case Presentation: A 3-year-old boy referred to Ali-Ibn-Abitaleb Hospital in Zahedan, Iran was hospitalized with icterus and decreased level of consciousness. After examinations and evaluation, the patient was diagnosed with hepatic encephalopathy following COVID-19. Unfortunately, despite the treatments, the patient was finally expired. Conclusions: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report demonstrating COVID-19 related hepatic encephalopathy. This case is a useful reminder for doctors to be much more vigilant and cautious about possible side effects of COVID-19.

Objectives: To investigate the epidemiology, clinical features, and treatment of hospitalized pediatric cases of preseptal and orbital cellulitis in a central university hospital in Zahedan, Iran. Methods: Retrospective study of children/adolescents admitted to a central university hospital with orbital and preseptal cellulitis from 2016 to 2018. Results: Forty patients, including 29 cases of preseptal cellulitis and 11 cases of orbital cellulitis, were included in the study. The prevalence of orbital and preseptal cellulitis was approximately the same in both sexes. Mean age was 2.86 ± 0.56 years (ranges 12 days to 13 years) in patients with orbital cellulitis and 2.82 ± 0.67 years (range, 2 months to 8 years) in patients with preseptal cellulitis. The most common clinical and paraclinical findings were edema of the eyelids and increased ESR, respectively. Sinusitis is the most common underlying cause, which was present in 63.63% of cases of orbital cellulitis and 34.48% of cases of preseptal cellulitis. The most frequent antibiotics used in this study were ceftriaxone, cloxacillin, and vancomycin. Conclusions: The most common clinical and paraclinical findings were edema of the eyelids and increased ESR, respectively. Sinusitis is the most common underlying cause. Timely treatment of sinusitis may prevent orbital and preseptal cellulitis.

Introduction: Ovarian vein thrombosis usually presents within 7 days after delivery. Clinically, patients appear very ill, and their accompanying symptoms include back pain, fever, and abdominal pain. In these patients, the right ovarian vein is more probable (80% vs 6%). Case Presentation: A 24-year-old pregnant woman with fetal death (13 - 14 weeks of gestational age) received 600 μg of misoprostol every 12 hours 2 days after the abortion. She had right and left lower quadrant pain. In ultrasound, left ovarian thrombosis was reported, and abdominal computed tomography (CT) confirmed the diagnosis of ovarian vein thrombosis. Blood analysis of antiphospholipid syndrome was normal. Conclusions: Ovarian vein thrombosis has irreparable and significant side effects; thus, it is important to accurately diagnose it and check its radiographic findings.